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Milwaukee’s New Tax Burden Explained | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee’s tax burden just got a lot heavier—starting January 2024, the county slapped on a 0.9% sales tax (the highest in Wisconsin), adding to the city’s own 2% rate for a steep total. This move, backed by bipartisan lawmakers and signed off by the county executive, is a last-ditch financial lifeline to keep Milwaukee afloat. Meanwhile, neighboring counties like Waukesha and Winnebago dodge local sales taxes entirely, while Milwaukee also tacks on extra tourism fees like a 0.5% restaurant surcharge funding attractions. It’s a complex, politically charged shift aimed squarely at stabilizing…
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